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… you didn't expect. Medicines may also interact with certain foods or drinks, like grapefruit juice and alcohol. Some interactions can be dangerous. Harm during pregnancy or breastfeeding. If you are pregnant, trying to … you didn't expect. Medicines may also interact with certain foods or drinks, like grapefruit juice and alcohol. Some …
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… you didn't expect. Medicines may also interact with certain foods or drinks, like grapefruit juice and alcohol. Some interactions can be dangerous. Harm during pregnancy or breastfeeding. If you are pregnant, trying to … you didn't expect. Medicines may also interact with certain foods or drinks, like grapefruit juice and alcohol. Some …
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… Newborn babies of mothers who had untreated HIV during pregnancy. Children of mothers with HIV. Children who are … smartphone alerts. Make sure that your child eats healthy foods, gets plenty of exercise, and has all recommended … smartphone alerts. Make sure that your child eats healthy foods, gets plenty of exercise, and has all recommended …
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… index? The glycemic index (GI) is a rating system for foods that contain carbohydrate. It helps you know how much these foods raise blood sugar. Carbohydrate raises blood sugar … other nutrients, like proteins and fats. Some carbohydrate foods raise blood sugar more than others. Low-glycemic foods …
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… as violence, abuse, or neglect can cause depression. The safety and long-term effects of medicines used to treat … of manic behaviour. Advisories. Health Canada and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued advisories on … feel better: Encourage your child to exercise, eat healthy foods, and get enough sleep. Encourage your child to …
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… than just not use the salt shaker. After all, almost all foods contain sodium naturally or as an ingredient. You can … in your diet by: Reading labels to see how much sodium foods contain. Limiting packaged foods and restaurant foods, which typically are high in …
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… this page: Overview Overview Foods like milk and fruits have naturally occurring sugars. … Added sugars are those that don't occur naturally in a food or drink but are added during processing or … but little nutrition. They can cause weight gain. Canada's Food Guide recommends limiting foods and drinks that contain …
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… and strong as you age. Eating a variety of nutritious foods and beverages each day helps to: Keep your bones and … high cholesterol and diabetes Healthy eating is about the foods you eat and more. It’s about preparing and enjoying food with others, sharing food traditions and eating …
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… to follow your diet for diabetes. If you feel that certain foods, such as chocolate cake, are "bad," you may feel … piece. If you are angry because you think you can't eat the foods you like, you may feel resentful. If you are afraid … weight or develop other problems, you may not eat enough food. After you accept your negative feelings about diabetes …
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… talk with their doctor(s) about the risks and benefits. Pregnancy may affect the amount of this drug in your body, … (breakthrough) pain. You may take this drug with or without food. If you have nausea, it may help to take this drug with food. Ask your doctor or pharmacist about other ways to …